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Photos: Look Back On 2011 Ironman 70.3 Texas

  • By Triathlete.com
  • Published Mar 30, 2012
  • Updated Mar 30, 2012 at 12:17 PM UTC
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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Known for his cycling strength, winner Chris Lieto put in the third fastest run split of the day. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Moody Gardens recreation area hosts Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 and its 2,200 Triathletes. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Age groupers wait their turn to enter Offat's Bayou. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Angela Naeth had a great swim to start the day. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Uber-biker Chris Lieto is all smiles as he takes the lead 15 miles into the bike. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Rasmus Henning put in a solid bike to remain with in striking distance. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Mathias Hecht rides through the sand dunes. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Canadian ITU athlete Tenille Hoogland put in a strong performance on the bike. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Michael Lovato leads the chase group coming back from the turn around. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Former Swiss Olympic cycling silver medalist Karin Thuerig led a portion of the bike. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Cat Morrison, a former world duathlon champion, never eased up throughout the bike. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Canadian Angela Naeth relied on her cycling strength to stay near the front. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Terenzo Bozzone had a great ride, but suffered on the run and finished fourth on the day. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Frederik Van Lierde contends with strong winds off the gulf. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Defending US Pro 70.3 Champion Tim O'Donnell moved from 11th place entering T2 to the podium with the fastest run of the day of 1:12:21. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Cat Morrison nearing the half-way point of the run. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Karin Thuerig could not maintain her lead on the run, but finished a solid third place. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    A solid performance and an emotional finish for Chris Lieto. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Rasmus Henning earned his second second-place 70.3 finish in two weeks. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Rasmus, Chris and Tim - the men's podium. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Tim O'Donnell, who had been quietly suffering from a stomach illness all week, pulled out a podium finish. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Scotland's Catriona Morrison took home top honors! Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    Race volunteers of all ages were on hand to support the athletes. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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    2011 Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas

    The ultimate transition family support stop. Photo: Paul Phillips

    American Chris Lieto and Scotland’s Catriona Morrison turned in well-balanced races to take the wins at a highly competitive Ironman 70.3 Texas race.

    See photos from the fast-paced day above.

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